Crosbyton in Crosby County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Crosbyton Cemetery
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, June 9, 2017
1. Crosbyton Cemetery Marker
Inscription.
Crosbyton Cemetery. . Established in 1909, this cemetery was once part of a 90,000-acre ranch operated by the C. B. Livestock Company. Julian Bassett, part owner of the company and donor of the Crosbyton townsite, also gave the land for this burial ground when James Boggs, a cowboy on the ranch, was ill and was thought to be dying. The first burial was that of 18-month-old Willie Oliver. Others interred here include Julian Bassett and many other early settlers who were influential in the development of the area. The Crosbyton Cemetery is a reminder of the region's pioneer heritage.
Established in 1909, this cemetery was once part of a 90,000-acre ranch operated by the C. B. Livestock Company. Julian Bassett, part owner of the company and donor of the Crosbyton townsite, also gave the land for this burial ground when James Boggs, a cowboy on the ranch, was ill and was thought to be dying. The first burial was that of 18-month-old Willie Oliver. Others interred here include Julian Bassett and many other early settlers who were influential in the development of the area. The Crosbyton Cemetery is a reminder of the region's pioneer heritage.
Erected 1984 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1117.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.
Location. 33° 39.454′ N, 101° 12.608′ W. Marker is in Crosbyton, Texas, in Crosby County. Marker is on U.S. 82, one mile east of Front Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Crosbyton TX 79322, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Julian M. Bassett (within shouting distance of this marker); Lamar Family (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); J. J. Pierce (about 400 feet away); Crosby County
Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2017. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2017, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 387 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 7, 2017, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona.
